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How Does Your Memory Work

March 25, 2008 0h 49m 5.2/10 (2 votes)

Originally released in 2008. How Does Your Memory Work is a documentary film. directed by Annabel Gillings. At just 49 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Synopsis

You might think that your memory is there to help you remember facts, such as birthdays or shopping lists. If so, you would be very wrong. The ability to travel back in time in your mind is, perhaps, your most remarkable ability, and develops over your lifespan. Horizon takes viewers on an extraordinary journey into the human memory. From the woman who is having her most traumatic memories wiped by a pill, to the man with no memory, this film reveals how these remarkable human stories are transforming our understanding of this unique human ability. The findings reveal the startling truth that everyone is little more than their own memory.

Quick Facts

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Release Date March 25, 2008 17 years ago
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Runtime 0h 49m 49 minutes total
User Rating 5.2/10 Mixed (2 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United Kingdom Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • BBC
  • BBC Horizon

Frequently Asked Questions

What is How Does Your Memory Work about?

You might think that your memory is there to help you remember facts, such as birthdays or shopping lists. If so, you would be very wrong. The ability to travel back in time in your mind is, perhap...

Who directed How Does Your Memory Work?

How Does Your Memory Work was directed by Annabel Gillings.

How long is How Does Your Memory Work?

How Does Your Memory Work has a runtime of 0 hours and 49 minutes (49 minutes total).

When was How Does Your Memory Work released?

How Does Your Memory Work was released on March 25, 2008 in theaters.